Tigers Promote Hao-Yu Lee for Major League Debut

The Detroit Tigers placed infielder Zach McKinstry on the 10-day injured list. The move is retroactive to April 16, 2026. The club cited left hip and abdominal inflammation.

The Tigers recalled infielder Hao-Yu Lee and placed him in the starting lineup. He will play third base and bat eighth. This appearance will be his major league debut.

Injury and Roster Move

McKinstry’s injury is listed as left hip/abdominal inflammation. The 10-day injured list placement takes effect retroactively to April 16. The roster vacancy opened when the club announced the move on April 17, 2026.

Debut Assignment for Hao-Yu Lee

The team announced that Hao-Yu Lee has been recalled and is starting at third base. He is slotted eighth in the batting order. Filmogaz.com reports the Tigers promoted Hao-Yu Lee for his major league debut.

The club did not release further medical details or roster plans. More updates are expected as the season progresses.